Manufacturing & Industry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 3, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has introduced the new Cartonmaster CX 145, a very large format (VLF) sheetfed offset press aimed at the high-growth folding carton printing sector. The move strategically positions HEIDELBERG as a full-range supplier for packaging print solutions, aligning with its long-term growth strategy and marking a significant milestone in its 175th anniversary year.

Strategic Entry into Format Class 6 Press Market

Folding carton printing for food, beverage, and consumer packaging continues to see above-average annual growth, particularly in long-run production using format class 6 (105 cm × 145 cm / 41.34 × 57.09 in) sheetfed offset presses. In response, HEIDELBERG is broadening its packaging portfolio to include this segment.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has launched its 2025/26 financial year with exceptional results, driven by its standout performance at China Print 2025 in Beijing. The company’s strategic emphasis on packaging and digital printing proved highly effective, resulting in the sale of nearly 350 printing units—well above expectations—and setting a solid course for continued growth in the Asian market.

Strong Demand Underscores HEIDELBERG’s Market Leadership

Attracting around 120,000 attendees and over 1.3 million online viewers, China Print reaffirmed its status as the region’s premier print industry event. HEIDELBERG recorded the highest visitor numbers at the show, where customers from across Asia expressed robust interest in the company’s end-to-end printing solutions.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – In a pivotal move to diversify its production capabilities, Plural Industria Grafica LTDA, one of South America's leading offset printing firms, has integrated sheetfed offset technology from Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) into its operations for the first time. This landmark decision underscores Plural's commitment to capturing new market segments and enhancing cost-efficiency for shorter print runs.

Expanding Beyond Traditional Web Offset

Based in Santana de Parnaíba, São Paulo, Plural has long been a dominant force in web offset printing, serving sectors from publishing to commercial and security printing. With its newly installed Speedmaster XL 106-8-P+L and the 100th unit of the fourth-generation CutStar reel sheeter, the company is now targeting previously inaccessible market segments that demand shorter run lengths.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has successfully navigated a challenging economic landscape, achieving its fiscal year 2024/25 targets while laying the groundwork for further growth in 2025/26. The company maintained a stable adjusted EBITDA margin of 7.1 percent and generated a clearly positive free cash flow of around €50 million, despite rising wage costs, a slightly lower sales volume, and expenses related to the drupa trade fair.

Sales reached approximately €2.28 billion, just under the previous year’s €2.395 billion. The fourth quarter was a standout, with sales accelerating and the adjusted EBITDA margin doubling to around 10 percent compared to the prior year.

Resilient Financial Management and Profitability Focus

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Seaway Printing has taken a bold step toward fully autonomous production, becoming the first U.S. customer to implement HEIDELBERG’s Plate to Unit system, and integrating the world’s first Inline Splicer with the CutStar generation 4 sheeter. The move is part of a sweeping automation strategy aimed at significantly improving productivity and operational efficiency across Seaway’s expanded Wisconsin facility.

Located in De Pere, Wisconsin, Seaway recently doubled its production capacity to meet surging demand for short-run book and magazine printing. With new HEIDELBERG technology embedded in prepress, press, and postpress operations, the company now operates with fewer manual interventions and has optimized labor usage by allowing each machine to be managed by just one operator.

Breakthrough in Prepress and Plate Logistics

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich is redefining the digital landscape of furniture manufacturing with the introduction of intuitive assembly technologies showcased at interzum 2025. The fittings specialist is highlighting its latest advancements in user-friendly digital tools—from augmented reality and QR code guidance to a debut 3D printing portal—designed to streamline operations and enhance productivity across workshops and production facilities.

Empowering Workflows Through Digital Innovation

Hettich’s interzum 2025 presence is centered on supporting modern fabricators with practical, mobile-enabled digital services. Built on a “Bring your own device” model, these tools grant instant access to step-by-step instructions, adjustment aids, and training videos through smartphones or tablets.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich is reaffirming its role as a global innovation leader in furniture fittings at interzum 2025, unveiling a strategically aligned portfolio that meets the evolving demands of trade professionals, furniture retailers, and manufacturers. The new offerings reflect a forward-looking vision centered on user convenience, functional performance, and market adaptability—spanning living, kitchen, workspace, and outdoor applications.

Elegant Innovation: Avosys Glass and Mirror Door Hinge

Designed for premium aesthetic integration, the new Avosys hinge delivers a discreet, high-performance solution for glass and mirror cabinets. With its sleek, compact design and narrow linear mounting plate, Avosys prioritizes interior space without compromising strength.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of furniture fittings, is poised to reshape the future of interiors with its cutting-edge innovations and sustainability-driven initiatives showcased at interzum 2025. Under the visionary theme “Transforming Spaces – with innovative motion,” the company brings forward a portfolio that highlights its commitment to customer-centric design, strategic industry collaboration, and environmentally responsible business practices.

Expanding Innovation with Strategic Product Highlights

At the forefront of Hettich’s interzum 2025 presentation are several groundbreaking product introductions designed to enhance user experience, optimize space utilization, and support evolving industry demands:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Ninkaplast GmbH (Ninka), a leading German supplier of injection-molded components for kitchen furniture, unveiled key product innovations at Interzum 2025 with the expansion of its modular waste bin systems, designed for under-sink installation and seamless integration into modern kitchen drawers.

With the debut of expanded variants in the “one2seven,” “one2eight,” and “one2nine” product lines, Ninka strengthens its value proposition for kitchen manufacturers seeking differentiation, operational flexibility, and improved consumer convenience. These developments highlight Ninka’s commitment to intelligent system design and compatibility across multiple drawer platforms.

Strategic Differentiation Through Flexible System Architecture

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – At Interzum 2025, Ninkaplast GmbH (Ninka) presented a bold redefinition of corner storage functionality, blending advanced plastic moulding with rising market demands for individualization and sustainability. With its two flagship solutions, Trigon 2.0 and Qanto, the German-based family enterprise underscored its commitment to functional excellence and environmental accountability in kitchen design and beyond.

Transforming Corner Units into Efficient, Accessible Storage

Traditionally underutilized, corner cabinets are being reimagined by Ninka as high-performance, user-centric zones within the kitchen landscape. The Trigon system, long known for its turn-and-slide shelving mechanism, has been newly optimized for Interzum 2025. It supports up to 25 kg per shelf and integrates seamlessly into various cabinet sizes, including end units.

Key upgrades to Trigon 2.0 include: